Whangarei Travel Guide

Don't miss Whangarei's top attractions!

A real unspoiled beauty, check out all the great nature spots and more in Whangarei.

Botanica & Cafler Park

See one of New Zealand’s largest collections of native ferns in a tranquil garden complex and explore the adjoining park for a relaxing time.

Claphams National Clock Museum

Take a guided tour of this unique museum to see one of the largest collections of clocks in the Southern Hemisphere.

Mount Manaia

A hike up this important Māori landmark will take you past indigenous flora to spectacular summit views of aquamarine harbour waters dotted with islands.

Reyburn House

Visit Whangarei's oldest settlers house at its scenic riverside location in the Town Basin, to browse one of New Zealand’s delightful art galleries.

Town Basin Marina

Stroll through this picturesque yachting marina and along its pedestrianized river inlet, a place where seafaring, heritage, arts and culture come together.

Whangarei Falls

Bring a picnic to this beautiful waterfall and spend some time relaxing over lunch after exploring the surrounding forest to spot indigenous flora and fauna.

Whangarei Quarry Gardens

Enjoy the fruits of this remarkable community garden project as you explore areas planted with species of indigenous and subtropical plants.

Where to stay in Whangarei

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Distinction Whangarei Hotel & Conference Centre

9 Riverside Drive

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Riverside, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Claphams Clock Museum, Whangarei Art Museum, and Claphams National Clock Museum. Mair Park and Reyburn House are also within 10 minutes.

Discovery Settlers Hotel

61 Hatea Drive

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Regent, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Claphams Clock Museum and Whangarei Art Museum. Tuatara Gallery and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Cherry Court Motor Lodge

35 Otaika Road

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Woodhill, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tuatara Gallery and Claphams Clock Museum. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Situated in a rural location, this guesthouse is within 9 mi (15 km) of Whangarei Falls, A. H. Reed Memorial Kauri Park, and Whangarei Quarry Gardens. Whangarei Art Museum and Kiwi North: Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Motel Six

153 Bank Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Regent, this motel is within a 15-minute walk of Claphams Clock Museum, Tuatara Gallery, and Whangarei Art Museum. Claphams National Clock Museum and Reyburn House are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Burgundy Rose Motel

100 Kamo Road

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Kensington, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mair Park and Whangarei Quarry Gardens. Claphams Clock Museum and Tuatara Gallery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Lodge Bordeaux

361 Western Hills Drive

Rated 4.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Avenues, this luxury guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tuatara Gallery, Claphams Clock Museum, and Whangarei Art Museum. Reyburn House and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Bella Vista Motel Whangarei

322 Western Hills Drive

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Avenues, this eco-friendly motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tuatara Gallery, Claphams Clock Museum, and Whangarei Art Museum. Claphams National Clock Museum and Reyburn House are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Kauri Nest

43 Riverside Drive

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Situated in Whangarei, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Claphams Clock Museum and Mair Park. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Grand Hotel, Whangarei

2 Bank StreetNorthland, Northland

Rated 3.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in the heart of Whangarei, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Tuatara Gallery and Claphams Clock Museum. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei

8 Waverley Street

Rated 3.8 / 5 by Guests

Located in Onerahi, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou, Claphams Clock Museum, and Reyburn House. Whangarei Art Museum and Claphams National Clock Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Whangarei Falls Holiday Park

12 Ngunguru RoadGlenbervie, Glenbervie